CVE-2026-30791: RustDesk Client Accepts Pseudo-Encrypted Config Strings Without Cryptographic Validation

Published Mar 5, 2026
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Updated

Use of a Broken or Risky Cryptographic Algorithm vulnerability in rustdesk-client RustDesk Client rustdesk-client on Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android, WebClient (Config import, URI scheme handler, CLI --config modules) allows Retrieve Embedded Sensitive Data. This vulnerability is associated with program files flutter/lib/common.Dart, hbbcommon/src/config.Rs and program routines parseRustdeskUri(), importConfig().

This issue affects RustDesk Client: through 1.4.5.

Affected Software

8 affected components
RustDesk RustDesk Client<=1.4.5
All of the following
RustDesk RustDesk<=1.4.5
Any of the following
Apple iPhone OS
Apple macOS
Google Android
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
RustDesk RustDesk<=1.4.5

Remediation

Information

Implement AES-256-GCM AEAD or equivalent authenticated encryption

Event History

Mar 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:47 PM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-30791?

CVE-2026-30791 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for data exposure and manipulation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-30791?

To fix CVE-2026-30791, upgrade the RustDesk Client to version 1.4.6 or later where this vulnerability has been addressed.

3

What platforms are affected by CVE-2026-30791?

CVE-2026-30791 affects the RustDesk Client on Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and the WebClient.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-30791?

CVE-2026-30791 is categorized as a use of a broken or risky cryptographic algorithm vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2026-30791 lead to unauthorized access?

Yes, CVE-2026-30791 can potentially allow attackers to exploit cryptographic weaknesses to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.

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